Which is better for drilling concrete?

The Milwaukee. Its M18 FUEL drill has a hammer mode for brick, block and concrete. The SKIL is a drill driver with no hammer function.

Is the Milwaukee worth the extra money?

Yes if you work professionally or drill masonry. You get two 5.0Ah batteries, a case, hammer mode and the M18 tool system. For occasional home repairs, the SKIL covers most jobs for far less.

Which has better battery life?

The Milwaukee. Two 5.0Ah batteries hold more than twice the charge of the SKIL's single 2.0Ah pack and swap between 200+ M18 tools.

Which is lighter to use overhead?

The SKIL kit is described as compact and light, and its impact driver is built for overhead work. The Milwaukee kit weighs more with two 5.0Ah batteries.

Does the SKIL kit include a case?

No. It ships with the two tools, one battery, a charger, two PH2 bits, two belt clips and a battery jacket. The Milwaukee kit includes a carrying case.

Can I use Milwaukee batteries in the SKIL tools?

No. The SKIL runs on PWRCORE 20 batteries and the Milwaukee on M18 packs. The two systems are not cross-compatible.

SKIL CB8437B-10 20V PWRCORE 20 Brushless Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless Drill Driver and Impact Driver Combo Kit vs Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill + Impact Driver Combo Kit

Buy the Milwaukee M18 FUEL kit if you drill concrete, drive hundreds of fasteners a week, or want batteries that fit 200+ M18 tools. Buy the SKIL CB8437B-10 if you want a light brushless two-tool kit for home and light jobs at the lowest price. The gap is large: $39.99 at eBay as of November 3, 2026, versus $399.00 for the Milwaukee.

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